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Sync the beat: Drumming for Beginners

Drumming techniques can be learnt overnight, but it takes years of practice and dedication to master it. With this course, take your first step towards learning this magnificent percussion instrument.

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Course Introduction:

Music has the amazing ability to make you feel energized, empowered and relaxed. It is believed to be divine, for it grasps people into its unbound loop of enchantment.

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Course Objectives:

By the end of this course you will:

  • Have an in-depth knowledge of a 5 piece Drum kit. This includes acquaintance with parts of the Drum kit, setting it up and the sitting posture.
  • Learn how to grip the Drumstick.
  • Understand parts of the Drumstick.
  • Learn the basics on how to read music.

Pre-requisites and Target Audience:

This course is specially designed for learners with zero experience and want to learn this instrument.

Taking up this course requires no prerequisite knowledge or qualification and is open to all age groups. You will need to have a drum-kit to practice.

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Course Plan


1. Introduction to The Drumkit
2 videos
The basic 5 piece Drum kit 01:35

Arranging the Drum kit ,Sitting Posture and Practice pads 01:53
2.  Introduction to the Drum Sticks
1 video
3. Basics of Reading Music
1 video
Staff , Clefs, Notes, Rests, Time signature. 07:36
4. Quarters & 8ths
2 videos
Quarter notes & Quarter notes Rest basic sticking Patterns. 09:08

8th notes,8th notes with rest & quarter and 8th notes mixed Sticking Patterns. 07:24
5. Rock beats
4 videos
Basic quarter note rock Beats with Fills 11:55

8th note rock beats 14:00

8th and 16th note rock fills 18:39

Meet the Author


Anand Shakthivelu
Certified Drummer from Trinity College of London
With over 15 years of experience in playing the drums, Anand has a wide range of expertise in different genres of music. The author has finished his 8th Grade certification in Drums from Trinity College of London and is actively involved in live gigs and performances with various bands in Bangalore. From teaching “how to hold sticks” for beginners to training students in advanced rhythms, he is known for his rapport with students of different ages and background. He also trains students for various Grade exams conducted by Trinity Rock & Pop, Trinity Guildhall and Rock school.

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